Ron Swanson says Peoria’s Riverfront Park must be saved

Well, we have it from no less an authority than Nick Offerman, the actor who brought Ron Swanson so memorably to life on “Parks and Recreation”.

He tweeted tonight urging people to take heed of the proposed development of the River Trail apartments in Peoria’s Riverfront Park, linking to a Facebook page that aims to save the park from the development.

A substantial community outcry has so far generally opposed building apartments in the space just beyond the RiverPlex recreation center.

The Peoria City Council could vote on the proposal April 14.

Peoria, Illinois! You are in danger of losing your beautiful park on the Illinois River. Take heed!
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